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Job Title: Partnership Events Coordinator (Inspiring the Future)
Reports to: Head of Partnership Delivery
Location: Quantum House, 22 – 24 Red Lion Court, Fleet Street, EC4A 3AB. The role is open to hybrid working but the candidate would be expected to be in the office one day per week
Purpose: This is a fantastic opportunity to take on the role of Partnership Events Coordinator for Education and Employers on the internationally recognised Inspiring the Future programme. The Charity aims to ensure that all young people have the inspiration, motivation, knowledge, skills and opportunities they need to help them achieve their potential.
This key post is part of the Partnerships Team with responsibility for supporting the team to deliver various showcase virtual and face-to-face events and activities involving a diverse range of volunteers from the world of work. The role is rewarding and varied and will include supporting delivery of funded partnerships and general administrative support.
Remuneration: £27k per annum
Additional Terms: 30 days paid holiday, exclusive of Statutory Holiday plus competitive pension scheme and a volunteering allowance of up to 5 days – pro rata in accordance with the length of contract. Additional family friendly benefits including enhancements to Statutory Payments.
Appointment Terms: Permanent and full time
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Head of Partnership Delivery and working closely with colleagues in the Partnerships Team, the Partnership Events Coordinator is responsible for working closely with volunteers and school staff to support successful delivery of interactive activities aimed at schools and young people under key funded projects for the charity’s Inspiring the Future and Primary Futures programmes. These programmes leverage technology to raise the aspirations and broaden the horizons of children and young people by connecting them to a huge range of volunteers from the world of work via career related learning activities.
The Partnerships team are responsible for relationship management of the key corporate and charity partners for the charity’s Inspiring the Future and Primary Futures programmes. Partners cover a range of sectors and employment areas and our employer partnerships provide partners employees with the opportunity to engage with schools and reach many children and young people across the UK, both virtually and in-person.
This role will be split between supporting organisation of activities related to our corporate partners and delivering activities to schools across parts of the country. There is opportunity to interface directly with children and young people from both secondary and primary schools. through facilitating virtual and in person interactive activities with volunteers.
The Partnership Events Coordinator will be an integral member of the Partnerships Team as well as working closely with the wider Inspiring the Future team. The role will help coordinate and deliver engaging activities across a diverse portfolio of partnerships such as Bank of America, Amazon, Tritax Big Box, Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust, Maritime UK, CIPD and the ERA Foundation.
This is a dynamic role for someone looking to gain a breadth of experience in the charity sector and keen to learn about the education sector and career-related learning, social mobility and volunteer engagement. We are looking for someone passionate about motivating and inspiring children who relishes working with a range of stakeholders to create impactful activities. Education and Employers is a friendly, diverse, and welcoming organisation and the successful candidate will be well supported.
Key Accountabilities:
The exact brief will be finalised with the successful candidate but the role will be expected to undertake the following key accountabilities:
Enquiries management and administrative support across the programme team
- Providing administrative support across the team, including record-keeping, responding to incoming enquiries, data entry, meeting minute-taking, scheduling, event coordination, etc
- Monitoring new event registrations from schools and sending welcome emails, keeping this up to date with the latest opportunities and messaging for schools
- Tracking and reporting back to Head of Partnership Delivery and Events Lead on delivery against agreed targets
- Using Salesforce CRM to support with data management, assisting with maintaining up to date records and supporting data cleansing as needed
- Setting up virtual and face-to-face activities including school liaison, securing volunteers, organising events via the Inspiring the Future system and hosting on tech platforms (Zoom, MS Teams etc)
- Supporting the collection of feedback and data after each event to measure impact
- Managing the enquiries inbox and/or switchboard phone number, responding to enquiries from schools and volunteers about the charity’s work and programmes and how to sign up
Delivery
- Recruiting and engaging schools according to the geographic or sector focus of a funded partnership
- Supporting the engagement of employers and volunteers in special activities within funded projects.
- Facilitating interactive virtual and face to face activities to connect pupils with volunteers through themed sessions, Q&A or job guessing-game format.
- Contributing to the successful delivery of a funded project with the ERA Foundation, supporting the wider team to plan, coordinate and deliver activities including volunteer recruitment, development of resources, and outreach and engagement with schools and teachers.
- Supporting and co-hosting teacher training sessions, staff meetings and info webinars to promote Inspiring the Future and encourage engagement and independent usage of the platform.
- Supporting the development of educational resources that provide insight into the world of work and different sectors
- Other ad hoc tasks to support the team as needed, such as administration of school competitions, etc
We are looking for an agile worker, capable of absorbing key information quickly, as well as handle a voluminous workload. Education and Employers is a small charity working at a rapid pace to bring about change and the ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills, able to absorb key information quickly and work well with a small team in a dynamic working environment.
Person specification:
We are looking for someone with the following Skills/ Knowledge/ Expertise
Skills/ Knowledge/ Expertise
Essential
- Minimum one year’s experience in a customer service, school engagement or school-based role
- Experience in successful relationship management – ability to engage confidently and sensitively with schools/colleges and at a range of levels of seniority up to and including headteacher level
- Outstanding customer service and telephone manner, including handling large volumes of email enquiries and dealing with difficult situations politely and assertively
- Strong organisational and administrative skills including close attention to detail and effective time management
- Persuasive and confident communicator who is influential, and effective in presenting a concept both in person and on the phone.
- Good level of education, demonstrating capability in producing written content to a high standard.
- Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload; being able to prioritise work and working under pressure.
- Good working knowledge and practical application of Microsoft Office tools
Desirable
- Passion for supporting young people in realising their potential through harnessing skilled volunteers to engage in education
- Experience in virtual facilitation with children and young people
- Experience of project management and delivery
- Experience of client relationships management (CRM) databases, in particular Salesforce
- Experience of marketing to schools
- Experience of working in a small team
- Experience of working with volunteers
- Understanding of safeguarding, risk management and data protection
- Comfort and confidence in working with data to inform actions
Personal Attributes
- Uphold our charity’s values - Inspiring, Inclusive, Innovative, Impactful, Integrity
- Flexible – responsive to changing operational context and new opportunities
- Team Player: working collaboratively and flexibly to achieve outcomes and is keen to add value to the organisation’s culture and ethos
- Able to undertake some occasional work in the evenings and at weekends
- Able to travel in the UK if required
Application process
The Education and Employers charity values having a diverse workforce. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. We offer a range of inclusive employment and family friendly policies as well as flexible working arrangements in order to support staff from different backgrounds.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 12th October and interviews will take place in the week of the 19th October. The organisation reserves the right to conduct interviews and appoint prior to the closing date dependent on the calibre of applications received.
Please send a covering letter setting out your interest in and suitability for the role and a CV. Please include your name and the role applied for in the subject line of your e-mail.
*Please note, in your cover letter we have a strong preference for human-written content. We want to hear about you, your genuine interest in the role, and why from your experience, skills, and personality you feel you are a great fit for the role
We will only consider applications with both a CV and covering letter and applications will only be accepted from those with the right to work in the UK with a valid passport/visa.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this role. We very much look forward to receiving your application!
The Charity is fully committed to safeguarding those in our care. We plan our recruitment processes to ensure effective timelines for any required vetting processes such as enhanced DBS, qualification, reference and identity checks. The Charity also ensures that each staff member is appropriately trained for their duties with a comprehensive induction process on commencement and regular CPD in areas like safeguarding.
Ensure that every young person in our country has the opportunity to meet a diverse range of volunteers to hear about jobs and the world of work.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are Guts UK Charity?
Guts UK Charity is committed to a world where digestive conditions are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need. Too many people are suffering or dying in silence or alone. They don’t know where to turn for information or support, diagnosis takes too long for many, and treatment can often come too late.
We are the only UK charity that covers the entire digestive system. We raise vital awareness of digestive conditions, fund life-saving research, and provide patients and loved ones with expert information and support – we are informed by evidence and expertise, our community, and the patient voice.
Our mission is simple: to improve the lives of millions of people affected by digestive conditions
Events & Community Fundraising Manager
We are looking for an Events and Community Fundraising Manager, who will be responsible for growing income, supporter participation and long-term engagement across our events and community fundraising programmes. You will manage and develop our existing portfolio while identifying new and innovative opportunities for sustainable growth. This is a hands-on, strategic and creative role. You will be expected to take ownership, develop new ideas, use data and insight to inform decisions, and turn opportunities into practical fundraising activity.
You will join a small and ambitious fundraising team with an established portfolio of around 30 events and a range of community fundraising activities and partnerships, generating approximately £200,000 a year. You will have the opportunity to build on this foundation, developing new fundraising products, audiences and partnerships and improving the supporter experience.
We're hoping to find an experienced events and community fundraiser who can take the lead on their own portfolio, build strong relationships and enjoys working collaboratively in a small, fast-paced charity.
Location
We have offices in London and Huddersfield, both of which are easily accessible by public transport or road. We support hybrid working but attendance in the chosen office is required for a minimum of 1 day per week.
Please see the attached detail job pack for further information and how to apply.
Our vision is of a world where digestive disorders are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP) Adviser for East Anglia and the Midlands
Overview of the role
This is an opportunity to take a leading role in helping to change England’s relationship with alcohol starting with young people. Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP) is looking to engage the services of a results-oriented consultant with great people skills to set up CAP projects in high harm areas.
The successful applicant will have a track record of building effective partnerships, the people and communication skills to involve and engage a wide range of local stakeholders and the leadership and project management skills to support projects through each phase of their lifecycle including baseline evaluation, action plan delivery, post intervention evaluation and maintenance/sustainment. After a short familiarisation period the successful applicant will be expected to oversee fast-track development of new CAPs in priority areas and take responsibility for all aspects of their management with minimal supervision.
A key requisite of the role will be the ability to forge effective public/private sector partnerships between statutory agencies, schools, youth charities and retailers following the CAP model and evaluation framework. The successful applicant may come from a police, public health, education, local authority or other relevant background.
Key Responsibilities
• Proactively identify opportunities for new CAPs and facilitate set up of new CAPs in priority areas.
• Maintain and oversee the workstreams of pre-existing CAPs across the East of England and East Anglia.
• Ensure that all CAP projects carry out appropriate and timely interventions and evaluate all activity in line with the CAP evaluation toolkit – including a baseline and post intervention evaluation.
• Raise the profile of CAPs in East Anglia and the Midlands and ensure that their impact is recognised by key stakeholders.
Specific duties to include the following:
• Represent CAP at all operational meetings.
• Ensure that Retail of Alcohol Standards Group (RASG) member companies play a full delivery role in each CAP where they operate as businesses.
• Liaise as appropriate with strategic leads within local enforcement authorities and other partner organisations to initiate and complete agreed actions
• Encourage all projects to achieve positive local media coverage including via social media and regional news/broadcast media.
• Ensure that all projects carry out as a minimum a baseline (pre-CAP) evaluation and post intervention evaluation following the CAP evaluation framework and project management survey tools.
• Produce a monthly progress report on all schemes and pipeline activity
• Attend and participate in regular CAP update meetings on Microsoft teams (x12 pa).
• Assist with event planning and profile-raising opportunities such as MP visits to CAP projects.
Skills, attributes and experience
Essential to the role will be the ability to persuade key stakeholders at local and national level of the need to address underage drinking problems and to facilitate effective and dynamic local partnerships involving any/all of the following sectors: local authorities, education, child protection, social services, public health, Alcohol and Drug Partnerships, police, retailers and licensing.
• Excellent organisational and sound project management skills
• Great people skills with the ability to build consensus and motivate partners to play a role in timely delivery of an agreed action plan.
• Act as an ambassador for CAP at meetings and events including parliamentary events.
• Excellent presentation and all-round communication skills.
• Capable administrator with the ability to keep accurate records including data collection around outputs and impact evaluation.
Remuneration
Consultancy fee of £320 per day depending on experience. Work will depend on ability to generate interest in setting up new CAPs but we anticipate as a guideline engaging a minimum of 2 days of consultancy per week or around 90 days per annum. All reasonable and agreed travel expenses will be paid in line with invoice arrangements.
For more information on Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP), please see our website.
Deadline for applications : 21 October 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
About the Role
Smart Works Greater Manchester opened its first centre in 2015 and expanded with a second centre in Manchester city centre in 2023. Our ambition is to support more than 1,200 women each year across our two centres, helping them gain the confidence, clothing and coaching they need to succeed at interview and secure employment.
As we continue to grow our service, we are committed to ensuring that every unemployed woman across Greater Manchester is aware of and able to access the transformative support available through Smart Works.
The Partnerships & Fundraising Manager will have responsibility for all aspects of fundraising including the design and delivery of Smart Works Greater Manchester’s annual fundraising strategy and activity plan with a clear purpose of ensuring our long-term sustainability. They will focus on the corporate and stakeholder partnership fundraising activity, to generate a six‑figure annual income portfolio.
They will work with the Head of Smart Works Greater Manchester and the Board of Trustees to deliver the fundraising strategy, activity plan and support the organisation’s long‑term sustainability.
Therefore, we are looking for an energetic, creative and forward-thinking individual to join our dynamic team and ensure the long-term future of Smart Works in Greater Manchester. The role requires a self-starting and proactive approach, excellent communication and networking skills and experience in generating income.
This role will be primarily based at our Smart Works centre in Manchester city centre, with some cross-centre working at our Stockport location. As part of the wider centre team, the successful candidate will also support key events, which may occasionally require evening and weekend working.
If you’re passionate about supporting women, then this is an ideal opportunity for you.
How to Apply
Please read the full job pack, then head to our website to apply through our recruitment system.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitmentprocesses, please contact us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
About the role:
For young people who have experienced care, homelessness, trauma or instability, the quality of the adults and services around them can shape what happens next. As a Team Manager in our Young People’s Services, you’ll help create the consistency, safety and skilled support young people need to build confidence, develop independence and move towards adulthood with greater choice over their future.
We have two Team Manager opportunities available: one at Cecil House in Camden and one at North Birbeck in Waltham Forest. Working closely with the Service(s), and Regional Services Manager, you’ll provide day-to-day management and practice leadership across the service, supporting and developing frontline staff while maintaining strong oversight of safeguarding, risk, support planning and the quality of practice. You’ll deputise for the Services Manager when required and help make sure young people receive support that is purposeful, individual and rooted in trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches.
Reflective practice will be an important part of how you lead. You’ll create space for staff to think critically about their work, understand the impact of trauma and relationships, learn from challenging situations and strengthen their professional judgement. Alongside this, you’ll help maintain high standards across the service, supporting Ofsted readiness, quality assurance and continuous improvement, and working closely with Children’s Services, Leaving Care teams and other partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
This is an opportunity to take on a significant management role within our Young People’s Services, develop your leadership and regulatory experience and help shape consistently strong practice across the team. You’ll be supported by experienced managers and have access to ongoing learning, development and reflective practice to continue growing as a leader.
About you:
- You know how to lead from alongside a team — giving people clarity, confidence and challenge while creating the kind of environment where strong practice can actually grow.
- You’re confident in complex situations and don’t lose sight of the young person behind the risk, behaviour or incident. You can help staff stay curious, think clearly and make proportionate safeguarding decisions.
- You understand trauma-informed and psychologically informed practice, and you can use supervision and reflective practice as real tools for better decision-making, not just as processes to complete.
- You notice when something in a service is drifting, inconsistent or not good enough, and you’re comfortable asking why, tightening practice and turning feedback, audits and learning into meaningful improvement.
- You build strong relationships with Children’s Services, Leaving Care teams and other partners, can challenge constructively when needed, and keep young people’s voices, rights and ambitions at the centre of the work.
About SHP:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important Info:
Closing Date: Sunday 11th October at midnight
Interview Date: Tuesday 20th October at SHP Head Office in Kings Cross
Please note there will be a second stage interview in service for suitable candidates
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient/without current right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Communications and Campaigns Officer, you will raise the profile of Action Foundation to champion our services for refugees and asylum seekers across the North East. Working closely with staff, volunteers and clients, you’ll gather stories and lead on lived experience storytelling. You’ll also coordinate our campaigns (including fundraising), media relationships and digital channels (social media, website & newsletters) to strengthen public awareness of the issues affecting the people we serve.
You’ll be part of our Business Development & Communications Team, contributing to creative campaigns, growing our audience, and helping us build stronger connections with supporters, donors, fundraisers and partners. This role is perfect for someone who is organised, collaborative and passionate about clear, impactful communication that drives real change.
Reports to: Business Development and Communications Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week full time
Location: Newcastle office with option for hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in the office)
Contract: Permanent contract, subject to passing a 3-month probation period
Salary Scale: £28,683.57 - £31,669.91 per annum plus 6% pension contribution
Annual Leave: 28 days + English Bank Holidays
Other benefits: Flexible working, hybrid model, access to Employee Assistance Programme & clinical supervision
Organisational context
Action Foundation is an award-winning charity that supports and empowers asylum seekers, refugees and migrants in the North East to overcome immediate barriers, integrate with the community, and build skills for the future. The charity delivers its services across the Tyne & Wear region with our main offices being in Newcastle Centre, close to the Quayside. Over 20 years, the charity has grown to support more than 3,000 people a year with approximately 80 volunteers, 30 staff and a turnover more than £1.5 million.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Action Foundation at a pivotal point in our strategy development. Alongside delivering engaging communications and campaigns, you will help shape how we tell our story, challenge misconceptions, build understanding of migration issues and strengthen our profile across the region. You will be comfortable balancing long-term planning with responding to emerging opportunities, trends and media stories.
Application deadline is 12 noon on 15th October 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first stage informal interviews will be held online 2nd November giving you a chance to ask any questions about the role.
Second stage interviews are planned to be held in person on w/c 9th November at Action Foundation, Melbourne Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2JQ.
Duties & Responsibilities
Communications and Campaigns Strategy:
- Create and deliver an ambitious Communications and Campaigns strategy, aligned with our organisational goals and Business Development strategy.
- Track performance and report back to the Business Development and Communications team on how we improve engagement and achieve impact.
Communications and Storytelling
- Tell powerful human stories to combat othering and challenge the hostile environment.
- Ensure ethical storytelling principles and organisational safeguarding, GDPR and consent policies are strictly followed.
- Create engaging written content including social media, website and email channels that grows our audience and deepens engagement.
- Keep up to date with current affairs, including developments within the migration sector and public debate, identifying opportunities to join relevant conversations and amplify our voice.
Media & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Liaise and advise on Crisis Communications, including challenging misinformation and harmful narratives.
- Develop and nurture journalist relationships, secure media coverage and respond to media requests.
- Write press releases, organise media interviews and brief staff and clients in line with safeguarding and consent guidelines.
- Produce and disseminate promotional materials (impact report, leaflets, brand assets), working with designers, filmmakers and photographers as needed.
Campaigns & Fundraising Coordination:
- Identify opportunities to respond to emerging trends, policy developments and public debates, turning moments of attention into meaningful engagement.
- Lead on and maximise fundraising campaigns that inspire supporters and strengthen our public image, including Regular Giving, Legacy Giving, Great North Run and Winter Appeal.
- Collaborate across the sector to build partnerships and coordinate collective responses within the wider campaigning landscape.
- Support volunteers, fundraisers and other campaigners to tell their stories and amplify their impact.
Other
- Supervising volunteers and media/communications placement students.
- Work with the Business Development Team to provide stories of impact and other content as requested for funding applications, progress reports or other reports/presentations.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties but a key summary of the main responsibilities of this post.
Personal Specification/Key Competencies
Experience & Qualifications:
- A track record of creative writing to raise awareness or report on issues and events Essential
- An eye for identifying stories and an ability to sensitively interview vulnerable people Essential
- Confident in a media environment and gaining good public relations and media coverage Essential
- Responding to Crisis Communications including myth busting and finding media press
allies Desirable
- Coordination of successful campaigns Essential
- Working with designers and filmmakers to produce printed, online and film content Desirable
- Supporter development and fundraising experience Desirable
- Formal qualification in Journalism or equivalent demonstrable experience Desirable
- Supervising volunteers and/or placement students Desirable
- English Language proficiency at A Level (or equivalent) Essential
Skills:
- Initiative and a creative approach to problem-solving Essential
- Ability to work strategically while delivering operational communications strategy Essential
- Ability to identify opportunities to contribute to public conversations Essential
- Strong editorial, proofreading and quality-control skills Desirable
- Interpersonal, teamwork, negotiation and organisational skills Essential
- Good IT skills and ability to work with Microsoft 365 Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills Essential
- The ability to plan and deliver against targets Essential
- Analyse communications performance and use insights to improve future activities Essential
- The ability to prioritise and work well under pressure, including in a Crisis environment Essential
- Graphic design skills using Canva or similar platforms Desirable
- Photography, videography or basic content production skills Essential
- Knowledge of media monitoring and social media analytics tools Essential
Personal qualities:
- To be committed to supporting vulnerable migrants, including centring lived
experience and amplifying underrepresented voices Essential
- Emotional resilience and the ability to engage appropriately with potentially distressing
stories and experiences Essential
- Reflects on practice and seeks support when needed to sustain wellbeing Essential
- Absolute integrity with a commitment to transparency and openness Essential
- To be supportive of the culture and values of the charity Essential
- Interest in current affairs, combating misinformation on migration, refugees and
asylum seekers Essential
Note: We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of migration or the asylum system.
This role involves regular engagement with people who may have experienced trauma, displacement and significant barriers. We are looking for someone who can approach this work with sensitivity, professionalism and appropriate personal boundaries whilst communicating their own wellbeing. Action Foundation is committed to supporting staff through clinical supervision, wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.
This post requires a valid right to work in the UK (Action Foundation does not hold a UK Sponsorship Licence), a DBS check, and two satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role
This Project Officer role is part of Bright Futures, our mentoring and employability support programme for young Gypsy and Traveller people aged 15-25. You will keep the programme organised, connected and running smoothly - managing records and systems, building partnerships, and coordinating workshops and activities so that young people can find their way in and get the most out of the support on offer.
Many of the young people we work with have faced exclusion or discrimination within mainstream education, employment and other services, and are often not in education, employment or training (NEET). The processes, systems and communications you manage all need to be accessible and responsive to young people who may be wary of formal support.
You will coordinate outreach and community engagement to bring young people into the programme, build and maintain relationships with colleges, training providers, employers and community organisations, and manage day-to-day communications with young people, families and partners. You will set up and coordinate a Youth Advisory Group, giving young people a structured way to help shape the programme. You may also be asked to cover for mentee support when a mentor is unavailable or at capacity.
This role is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
About You
This role is for someone who enjoys keeping things organised and connected, and who wants that work to make a real, practical difference in young people's lives – someone committed to supporting young people from marginalised and underserved communities to fairly access relevant opportunities.
You will be highly organised, with strong admin skills and confidence using digital tools and databases. You will also be a confident communicator, equally comfortable writing a promotional post, following up with a training provider, or having a conversation with a young person or their family.
The role is ideal for someone with experience of outreach, building partnerships or community engagement, who can build trusting relationships with a wide range of people – from young people and families to colleges, employers and community organisations. You should be open to providing support to young people when needed.
We don't expect you to already have all the answers what matters most is your admin and organisational ability, your commitment to the communities we work with, and your confidence building relationships across a wide range of people and settings. We will support your development through supervision, training and a small, collaborative team environment.
We know not everyone will meet every requirement in the job description below, but if you feel you have what it takes, please apply and tell us how your experience and skills make you suitable.
If you are not sure what the work looks like or you want to ask questions before applying, we are happy to chat with you about the role. Please contact Mini Ravi (Programme Lead) by calling on our office phone.
About LGT and Bright Futures
London Gypsies and Travellers (LGT) challenges social exclusion and discrimination, working for change in partnership with Gypsy and Traveller communities living on council caravan sites, roadside camps, in flats and houses, and those experiencing homelessness.
Bright Futures supports Gypsy and Traveller young men and women aged 15–25 through mentoring, skills development, employability and wellbeing support. The programme helps young people build confidence, develop practical skills and identify realistic pathways into training and employment, working at their own pace and around their needs and interests. The programme is shaped by a deep understanding of the Gypsy and Traveller culture, and designed to empower young people to engage with wider society with pride, motivation and confidence.
Our services also include accommodation advice and advocacy, family support, community development, research, policy work and campaigns, and we support hundreds of individuals and families each year.
We are a small, committed and supportive team who seek to live our organisational values throughout our work: Collaboration, Courage, Empowerment, Inclusivity, Equity, Community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and workforce diversity. We strongly encourage applications from Gypsy and Traveller communities.
To Apply
Review the responsibilities and person specification in the job description enclosed.
Using the ‘Apply Now’ button, please submit your CV
Instead of a cover letter, please submit answers to the following 3 questions in the space provided when you apply.
1. Briefly tell us about your experience of providing admin and coordination work. What exactly did you do and what tools or systems did you use?
2. What is one of the barriers that young people from vulnerable or marginalised backgrounds face around education, training and work? Why?
3. Why are you interested in this role and working with London Gypsies & Travellers?
250-300 word answers for each question is enough, but you are welcome to write more.
There is no right answer and we are not interested in perfect responses. We want to know about you and the knowledge, skills, and experience your will bring to the role.
Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 20th October (in person), Tuesday 27th October (potential stage 2, online)
Please check you are available on these dates before applying, in case you are shortlisted for interviews.
Please note: An enhanced DBS check is required for the role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Please submit a CV and responses to the 3 questions mentioned above.
We are not asking for cover letters.
Applications without a CV and all 3 answers will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Executive, you will play a key role in securing and managing corporate sponsorship for a range of events, including the world-renowned International Symposium on ALS/MND. This brand-new opportunity offers the chance to work across research, fundraising, campaigning and policy, helping to create sustainable income that supports people affected by motor neurone disease (MND).
Working with national and international corporate companies and partners, you will develop tailored sponsorship opportunities, deliver excellent stewardship and help create outstanding experiences for sponsors and supporters. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of high-profile sponsorship activity, develop strategic partnerships and contribute to the success of internationally recognised events.
As Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Executive, your work will help generate sustainable income that supports people affected by MND. improve care, fund research and campaign for people affected by MND.
Main Responsibilities
- Secure sponsorship income from national and international corporate organisations, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies
- Lead sponsorship activity for the International Symposium and other Association-wide events
- Identify, research and develop new sponsorship opportunities and prospect pipelines
- Create tailored corporate sponsorship proposals and presentations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, prospects and key stakeholders
- Deliver excellent sponsor stewardship before, during and after events
- Plan and coordinate fundraising activity across events to maximise income and engagement
- Work collaboratively with research, fundraising, events and partnership teams to develop new opportunities
- Monitor performance, maintain CRM records and provide income and impact reporting
About You
Essential
- Experience securing corporate sponsorship, partnership income or significant corporate gifts
- Experience working with pharmaceutical, biotech or related industry organisations
- Strong understanding of the ABPI Code of Practice 2024
- Excellent communication skills, including proposal, presentation and bid writing
- Ability to build credible relationships with corporate partners and senior stakeholders
- Willingness to travel across the UK, with occasional international travel, evening and weekend work as required
Desirable
- Experience engaging corporate partners around scientific research or innovation
- Experience delivering or supporting fundraising activity at events
- Experience using CRM systems to manage relationships and income
Hybrid working Expectations: One day per week Northampton office attendance required. Willingness and flexibility to attend meetings andevents as required – this includes the opportunity to attend our 37th International Symposium, this year hosted in Amsterdam!
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack. The official job title for this role is Corporate Development Executive (Sponsorship).
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Hybrid working
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND.We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: Remote; able to travel into London easily
Benefits: Flexible working, private healthcare, 35 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays), £500 contribution towards work laptop
Reporting to: Founder
About the Schools Consent Project
The Schools Consent Project is a charity that sends lawyers into schools to teach 11–18-year-olds aboutconsent and key sexual offences. Education is prevention: by introducing consent-literacy in classrooms, youngpeople grow up making more informed, ethical decisions and are less likely to experience – or perpetrate –sexual violence in later life.
As we continue to scale, we are seeking an ambitious and proactive Fundraising & Partnerships Manager to helpsecure the resources and relationships that will enable us to reach more young people across the UK.
Role Summary
Reporting to the Founder, the Fundraising & Partnerships Manager will lead the charity’s fundraising andpartnership development activity across a range of income streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, major donors and individual giving.
This is a hands-on role with significant autonomy. As the charity’s sole designated fundraising professional, youwill work closely with the Founder, who remains actively involved in fundraising, strategic relationships andexternal engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Income Generation
•Work with the Founder to develop and deliver the charity’s fundraising strategy.
•Build and manage a pipeline of funding opportunities across trusts, foundations, companies and individual supporters.
•Monitor fundraising performance and report on progress against targets.
Trusts & Foundations
•Research and target prospective funders.
•Prepare high-quality funding applications and reports.
•Manage funder relationships.
Corporate Partnerships
•Help manage our relationships with existing corporate partners.
•Identify and develop relationships with new corporate partners.
•Help plan and run corporate partnership touchpoints throughout the year.
Individual Giving & Major Donors
•Support the cultivation and stewardship of individual donors.
•Help plan and run donor touchpoints throughout the year.
Partnerships & External Relations
•Build relationships with brands and organisations aligned with the charity’s mission.
•Represent the charity at meetings, events and networking opportunities.
Fundraising Operations
•Maintain accurate fundraising records and data.
•Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice.
•Draft fundraising materials, impact reports and donor communications.
•Support the Founder and Director in reporting on fundraising to the Board.
Person Specification
Essential
•Experience of successful fundraising within the charity sector.
•A track record of securing income through multiple fundraising streams.
•Excellent written communication and proposal-writing skills.
•Strong relationship-building skills.
•Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
•Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
•Commitment to the mission and values of the Schools Consent Project.
Desirable
•Experience working within a small charity.
•Familiarity with fundraising CRM systems
Safeguarding and Equality
The Schools Consent Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
We ask applicants to draft their applications without using AI (save for checking spelling or grammar), so that we can get a real sense of your suitability for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our team as Head of Communications!
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Location: Remote within the countries where WeMove Europe is registered to work (UK, France, Spain, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Poland)
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Preferred Start Date: January 2027
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Application Deadline: September 24 2026
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Employment type: Permanent contract
WeMove Europe is a community of people united by a vision of a better Europe. We run campaigns that empower citizens to take action and influence decision-makers at the European level.
We’re looking for a Head of Communications who will combine communications expertise and an innovative approach to storytelling to engage hundreds of thousands of Europeans in meaningful action. This role reports to the Campaigns Director and has line management responsibilities.
You’ll work closely with our campaigns team and a social media manager to adapt and enhance campaigns through media, partnerships and content. This role works across multiple channels. You don’t need to be a tactical expert in all of them, but you need to be a strong strategic thinker who can carefully consider the role of each channel and asset. You will be as comfortable setting the strategic direction as you are delivering: pitching a story, briefing a journalist, running influencer outreach.
What you’ll do:
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Advise on and support the development of our campaigns by creating and inputting into campaign narratives and communications plans
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Work alongside campaigners and social media manager to oversee and/or produce complementary content that builds pressure on the target: reactive posts, video, and assets timed to campaign moments
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Liaise with media contacts and external agencies to find appropriate opportunities to amplify our campaigns across European and national media
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Build partnerships with influencers, creators, and independent activists to enhance the power and impact of our campaigns
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Support the campaigns team to strengthen their storytelling skills and identify compelling storytelling opportunities in their partnerships, such as media hooks
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Build and sustain contact with journalists, produce press releases and briefings, keep our media database accurate and current across our priority countries
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Oversee and refresh our social media presence, line managing and coaching a social media manager.
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Stay close to the news cycle and to what is working on social in order to identify moments that put our campaign in front of the people we need to move
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Contribute to defining the success measures for communications, including social media KPIs, and oversee activity to meet them
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Advise senior leadership on communications and reputational considerations, including crisis communications approach
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Ensure consistency of messaging and tone across all public communications.
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The WeMove Europe team works in a culture of togetherness and passion for our issues and determination to win, so from time to time, you will be expected to perform activities outside of your normal role.
Who we’re looking for:
Essential skills:
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Storytelling: You can translate complex policy or campaign issues into compelling stories for different audiences, and generate creative news angles from unlikely material or challenging subject matter. You can write inspiring, clear, and impactful copy in English.
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Delivery: You have experience in at least one of the following areas:
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Media relations: Securing proactive and impactful media coverage which influenced policy or moved the needle - in other words, which has had an impact beyond raising profile or raising awareness.
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Influencer partnerships: Building relationships and impactful collaborations with influencers, content creators or other content partners.
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Content creation: Producing social media content which mobilised people to take action.
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Audiences: You have experience of engaging new audiences through communications channels, and you are able to use audience insights to influence your approach.
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Analysis: You are data-driven and results-oriented, eager to test, learn, and continuously improve your content and communications.
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Collaboration: You thrive in collaborative, international teams, eager to learn from colleagues and share your own expertise.
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Coaching and training: You can design and deliver practical training that changes how colleagues work, not just how much they know, and you enjoy building capability in others rather than holding it yourself.
Important criteria:
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Values: You are deeply committed to systemic change in Europe, aligned with values of solidarity, sustainability, justice, and democracy. You are passionate about empowering people to realize their own power and become agents of change.
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Languages: You are fluent in English
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Travel: You are willing to travel within Europe when needed (at least 3 times a year)
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Experience level: You should have five years of relevant experience for this post.
Nice to have
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You are familiar with a digital-first campaigns model, though you don’t necessarily need to have worked in this context before.
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Have recent experience of using video to tell complex stories and reach new audiences.
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You don’t have to have line management experience, but it could be beneficial.
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Knowledge of the Brussels press landscape alongside national media
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Other European languages are an added benefit.
Why us?
WeMove Europe is an independent and values-based organisation that seeks to build people power to transform Europe in the name of our community, future generations and the planet. We are people from all walks of life, who call Europe our home – whether we were born in Europe or elsewhere.
Our job is to move a community of almost a million people across Europe on issues that matter - including the climate emergency, migrant rights, workers rights, better governance, and more. We know this number of people also needs to grow and diversify further so we can represent a strong critical mass that can bring about change in Europe.
We are...
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A remote-first team working across borders and time zones
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Driven by an urgent, ambitious mission with people at its heart
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Innovating the next generation of tools for people-powered campaigning
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Committed to a culture of trust, collaboration, and impact over ego
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A place where your voice counts and your work drives real change
What we offer:
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Working hours: Full time (5 days a week) or part time optional, (4 days a week, with a pro-rata salary adjustment.)
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Contract type: Permanent
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Location: Remote within countries where WeMove Europe is registered to work
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Salary ranges: Gross year salary per country, depending on experience level and location. The ranges below are indicative, and based on at least 5+ years of relevant experience. These salary ranges are estimates indexed to local living costs. Final calculations are based on city cost of living indexes and can differ slightly depending on your location
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Netherlands, UK: 62,000 - 65,000 EUR (Amsterdam, London range 12% higher)
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Belgium, Germany, France: 53,000 - 56,000 EUR (Brussels, Berlin range 7% higher; Paris ranges 12% higher )
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Italy: 47,000 - 50,000 EUR (Rome ranges 87% higher)
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Spain: 44,000 - 47,000 EUR (Madrid ranges 10% higher)
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Poland: 39,000 - 42,000 EUR (Warsaw ranges 10% higher)
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Benefits: home office set up and co-working space of your choice, 30 vacation days, training, professional development, regular team calls, full week retreat in person with the whole team, and much more…!
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace which is why people from communities that experience discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity; women; people with disabilities; and LGBTQ+ people are especially encouraged to apply.
Next steps
If you are interested in this position, please send an application in English and include:
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Motivation letter.
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CV
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Work sample: share an example of a communications tactic you have used to achieve impact such as political change or response from a target (1 A4 page)
Our recruitment process involves the following stages:
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Evaluation of written applications
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2 rounds of interviews
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Final decision
**Applications in languages other than English will not be processed. Applications from people who are based outside of the countries where WeMove Europe operates will not be considered**
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
About the Role
The South London Centre Manager will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management, smooth running and development of the South London centre and Smart Works service in Croydon.
They will oversee the delivery of a high-quality Smart Works service, to include managing centre operations, leading and supporting the volunteer community, and building strong relationships with local partners and stakeholders, to ensure that Smart Works is well-embedded in the South London community.
The Centre Manager will be a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys making things happen. They will be equally comfortable managing the practical running of a busy public-facing centre, supporting clients and volunteers, representing Smart Works externally and identifying opportunities to grow the service.
They will be a natural relationship builder who is able to create a vibrant, friendly and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
The role would be based in the South London centre, and there will be occasional evening and weekend work for which staff are awarded TOIL. There will also be an expectation that this role may need to visit other Smart Works London centres or travel for outreach events and activities throughout the city.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and a cover letter which answers the following questions by 29th September at 5pm. Your application should be addressed to Fiona Hollow, Head of London Service Delivery
- Why do you want to work for Smart Works? (Max 250 words)
- How will you create a positive atmosphere and environment for clients, volunteers and staff members in our South London centre? (Max 250 words)
- Tell us about a time you have worked effectively in a team to solve a problem. (Max 250 words)
1st round interviews will take place on Monday 5th October and will be virtual. If you are unable to attend a virtual interview for any reason, please let us know to discuss another arrangement.2nd round interviews will take place on Friday 9th October and will be in person in Croydon.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitmentprocesses, please reach out to us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



We are looking for an exceptional senior leader to join The National Lottery Community Fund as Deputy Director England, Policy, Partnerships and Performance. As a key member of the England Senior Leadership Team, you will lead a multidisciplinary function that provides the strategic backbone for delivery of the England Portfolio - connecting policy, partnerships, planning, performance, improvement, insight and learning so that our funding achieves measurable impact for communities.
Reporting to the England Director, Strategy, Partnerships & Engagement, you will lead high-performing, dispersed teams and work closely with funding colleagues and corporate and enabling functions, including Funding Strategy, Corporate Responsibilities, Communications and Impact. The role combines substantial internal leadership with a strong ambassadorial remit, building the Fund’s credibility and influence across the voluntary and community, public and private sectors.
This is a varied, strategic role focused on turning ambition into delivery. You will set clear direction for policy, partnerships and performance; use external intelligence, management information and learning to shape decisions; and ensure implementation is coherent, well governed and able to adapt. You will represent the Fund with senior stakeholders, produce compelling advice for governance forums, including Committee and Board meetings, and create the conditions for teams to deliver consistently and collaboratively.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Lead the Policy, Partnerships and Performance function and support effective implementation of the England Portfolio.
- Develop the Fund’s policy positioning and influence, informed by community need, external insight and organisational priorities.
- Develop the vision and strategy for funding and non-funding partnerships, overseeing relationship and operational management, funding priorities and the grant budget, and using inclusive co-design, convening, listening and learning to increase collective impact.
- Integrate planning, performance reporting, insight, risk, learning and improvement across the England directorate.
- Ensure evidence and performance insight inform priorities, resource allocation, governance and continuous improvement, and demonstrate the delivery and measurable impact of the England Portfolio.
- Champion One Fund ways of working through shared outcomes, clear accountabilities and practical arrangements for joint planning, prioritisation, decision-making and escalation across organisational boundaries.
- Lead and develop inclusive, high-performing teams through change, working across organisational boundaries.
You will bring significant senior-level experience of policy and strategy development, partnership working, implementation and performance leadership. You will have a strong record of translating strategy into coherent plans and measurable delivery, using evidence to manage risk and improve performance. An inclusive and compassionate leader, you will be confident operating in decision-making environments at Board or Committee level, influencing senior stakeholders and communicating complex issues clearly. You will also be financially astute, with extensive experience of costing, financial modelling and budgeting, comfortable overseeing grant budgets and resource decisions, and motivated by the Fund’s purpose and the communities we serve. This England-focused role will involve travel to build relationships with colleagues, communities and partners.
Interview details:
- Date: Week Commencing 19th October 2026
- Format: Virtual
- Location: England
We have a hybrid approach to working. The work pattern, contracted office and travel expectations will be agreed with the successful candidate.
We will be hosting a briefing session on Monday 28th September at 1pm. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the role, gain insight into the team and key responsibilities, and ask any questions you may have. To register or ask any questions please email the recruitment team.
How to apply:
Upload your CV in Word format and provide a supporting statement of up to 1,000 words demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria below. We will use this to score your application.
Essential Criteria:
- Significant senior-level experience of policy and strategy development, partnership working, implementation and performance leadership.
- Demonstrable success in translating strategy into delivery by setting priorities, aligning resources, managing risk, tracking progress and adapting plans through evidence and learning.
- Experience of leading multidisciplinary and dispersed teams through change, creating an inclusive, collaborative and high-performance culture.
- A strong track record of developing relationships with senior stakeholders across sectors, representing an organisation externally and building credibility, influence and shared purpose.
- Extensive experience of policy development, positioning and implementation, connecting external insight and community need with organisational priorities, alongside identifying and realising funding and non-funding partnership opportunities.
- Strong analytical, performance-management and improvement skills, using data, management information and learning to support decisions, improve operational effectiveness and evidence measurable impact.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication, including producing clear advice and presentations for senior governance forums and operating effectively in Board or Committee decision-making environments.
- Financial and governance acumen, including costing, financial modelling, budgeting, grant-budget oversight, resource decisions, risk management, accountability and effective stewardship of public funds.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience of grant-making or working closely with communities, civil society and organisations serving diverse communities.
- Experience of developing innovative funding and non-funding partnerships across the voluntary and community, public and private sectors.
- Experience of bringing together policy, partnerships, planning, performance, insight, improvement or evaluation within a single strategic function.
- A demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and to the Fund’s values and purpose.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Student Communities Manager - Reading Students’ Union
Location: University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus, Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £36,961.59 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week Monday-Friday
Location: Office based
Closing Date: 14 October 2026
About Reading Students’ Union
We are a dynamic, student-focused organisation dedicated to empowering students and enhancing their university experience. Our vision is to be a place for everyone, we inspire and empower students to change the world.
Student Communities Manager
Do you believe that strong student communities have the power to transform the university experience?
We're looking for a strategic, innovative and people-focused leader to lead our Student Communities team, ensuring students can create, lead and participate in safe, inclusive and sustainable communities that foster belonging, connection and personal development.
This role sits at the heart of Reading Students' Union's mission to create opportunities for students to find their people, develop new skills and make the most of their time at university.
You'll lead our approach to sports clubs, societies, volunteering, student media and emerging community opportunities, ensuring students have meaningful ways to connect, contribute and thrive.
What You'll Do
You'll provide strategic and operational leadership for Student Communities, overseeing everything from community development and student leadership to governance, major projects and partnerships.
Working closely with students, staff and University stakeholders, you'll ensure our student community offer remains inclusive, sustainable and responsive to changing student needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape how students connect, participate and belong, bringing our ambitious strategy to life.
Lead the Future of Student Communities
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Lead the development and delivery of the Students' Union's Student Communities strategy.
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Create opportunities for students to connect, organise and participate through communities that reflect their interests, identities and aspirations.
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Develop innovative approaches to engagement beyond traditional clubs, societies and volunteering models.
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Drive continuous improvement using student insight, sector trends and emerging best practice.
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Build sustainable and scalable opportunities that support belonging, personal development and student success.
Create Opportunities for Belonging and Participation
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Ensure students can easily join, create, lead and develop student communities.
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Remove barriers to participation and improve access for underrepresented and underserved groups.
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Champion inclusion and belonging across all Student Communities activity.
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Create meaningful opportunities for students to develop skills, confidence and leadership experience.
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Ensure students play a meaningful role in shaping the future of our communities offer.
Support Student Leaders to Succeed
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Lead the development of a high-quality student leader journey, from recruitment through to succession planning.
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Oversee training, development and support frameworks for student leaders and volunteers.
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Equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to govern their groups effectively.
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Ensure student-led communities operate safely, inclusively and sustainably.
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Celebrate and champion student leadership across the organisation.
Build Partnerships and Community Impact
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Develop strong relationships with University departments, SportsPark, community organisations and external partners.
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Create volunteering and community engagement opportunities that benefit both students and the wider Reading community.
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Identify funding opportunities, partnerships and sustainable models that increase the reach and impact of student-led communities.
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Represent the Students' Union on relevant University and external groups.
Lead Governance, Quality and Operational Excellence
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Oversee governance frameworks for student groups, including constitutions, elections, financial controls and accountability arrangements.
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Provide expert guidance on governance, conduct, disciplinary and operational matters.
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Lead safeguarding, health and safety, welfare and risk management arrangements across student-led activity.
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Ensure consistent, high-quality support and service standards across Student Communities.
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Use feedback, complaints and insight to improve services and student outcomes.
Deliver Major Projects and Events
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Hold overall accountability for Varsity, providing strategic leadership and oversight.
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Lead Student Communities contributions to major Students' Union projects and events, including Welcome and the SU Awards.
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Ensure key projects and events are effectively planned, governed, resourced and evaluated.
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Drive continuous improvement across major programmes and activities.
Lead People, Performance and Resources
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Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Student Communities department.
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Lead, develop and support a high-performing team of Coordinators and student staff.
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Manage departmental budgets, resources and workforce planning.
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Establish clear objectives, service standards and performance expectations.
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Monitor and report on performance, impact and student outcomes.
Use Insight to Shape the Future
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Analyse participation, demographic, financial and feedback data to identify trends and opportunities.
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Use evidence and student insight to shape decision-making and future investment.
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Benchmark our performance against the wider sector and identify opportunities for innovation.
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Demonstrate impact through evaluation, reporting and continuous improvement.
About You
Essential
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Significant experience leading and developing student communities, membership services or comparable provision.
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Experience managing teams, performance, budgets and operational delivery.
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Experience leading large-scale projects involving multiple stakeholders.
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Strong understanding of governance and accountability within student-led, volunteer-led or membership organisations.
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Experience managing complex governance, conduct, complaints or high-risk operational matters.
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Strong stakeholder management, communication and partnership-building skills.
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Experience using insight, evidence and performance data to drive service development and improvement.
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Excellent organisational, project management and decision-making skills.
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A resilient and confident leader who thrives in a dynamic environment.
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A passion for building communities, empowering student leaders and enhancing the student experience.
Desirable
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Experience working within a Students' Union, charity or membership organisation.
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Understanding of Higher Education structures and the student experience.
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Experience of sports clubs, societies, volunteering, community engagement or student media.
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Knowledge of BUCS, National Governing Bodies or student media governance.
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A leadership, management or relevant professional qualification.
Please click the link below for the full job description:
Student Communities Manager -
Why Join Us?
· Inclusive and supportive team culture
· Flexible working options
· 35 days’ annual leave including Christmas and Easter closure days
· Professional development opportunities
· Unique working environment in the heart of a vibrant Student’s Union, set on a stunning, green campus.
Ready to make our data-led strategy a reality? Apply today!
Committed to equality, celebrating diversity, and embedding sustainability—building an inclusive workplace and a brighter future for all.
To be a place for everyone, we inspire & empower students to change the world
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
Working closely with the small team at SIDA this post will promote the work of SIDA through the provision of high-quality digital communication to our members, external stakeholders and the general public, and provide logistical, digital and administrative support for a range of member events including our annual conferences.
The Communications and Events Coordinator will develop engaging content for use across SIDA’s digital platforms, including the Member Hub, and be proactive in finding new ways to share messages and reach a wider audience. The postholder is responsible for putting together, disseminating and promoting regular email newsletters.
The post will contribute to a variety of projects and initiatives, and a willingness to collaborate and work closely and flexibly with colleagues is essential.
Responsibilities
· Support the implementation of SIDA’s communications strategy
· Build digital assets to raise awareness of SIDA’s activities and services; engage the public; and promote the work of members
· Gather content, write copy, and produce engaging regular email newsletters about SIDA and the sector
· Manage and develop initiatives to grow SIDA’s Member Hub
· Maintain and deliver a social media schedule and seek opportunities to reach new audiences
· Manage and maintain the front-end of SIDA website
· Provide communications, technical and administrative support for events run by SIDA
· Assist with responding to general enquiries and correspondence from members, key stakeholders and members of the public
· Provide general digital and design support as and when required
· Any other tasks as may be reasonably required
Skills, knowledge, experience
Essential
· Excellent written communication skills and experience in producing content relevant for websites, social media, publications and leaflets across a range of audiences
· Strong attention to detail, with an ability to synthesise specialist information into clear, readable copy
· Good design skills and experience of creating engaging content using Canva
· Experience of promoting engagement on social media
· Experience maintaining and updating front-end of websites, including familiarity with WordPress or similar platforms
· Ability to work with minimal supervision and to deadlines
· Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload effectively
· Strong administrative skills
· Commitment to the values of SIDA, and supporting the role of SIDA in working towards a decolonised, actively anti-racist approach
· Works well as part of a team
Desirable
· Relevant experience in the development and delivery of communications and campaigns strategies
· Experience of gathering and organising content for monthly newsletters, researching relevant news articles and updates across the sector
· Experience maintaining and growing online communities
· Interest or experience in global sustainable development
· Creativity - an ability to tell compelling stories using a range of formats and media, including familiarity with producing video and audio content.
· Experience of supporting in-person and hybrid events
· Experience of putting together and marketing podcasts
· Experience of using CRM and communications platforms including Beacon and Campaign Monitor
Safeguarding Commitment
SIDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the people we serve and work with. We are a proud member of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme, we systematically request information from previous employers regarding any findings or pending investigations of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during employment.
AI Statement
Given the nature of this role, we are keen to see evidence of your writing skills and communication style, so discourage a reliance on AI in your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Location: Rhodes House in central Oxford, Hybrid Working 2 days per week
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £39,000 - £42,000 per annum
Reports to: Head of Communications
We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Specialist to join the Atlantic Institute based at the Rhodes Trust. The Communications Specialist will act as the hub of the Communications team, ensuring that activity is strategically prioritised and that effective systems are in place to enable delivery. They will hold knowledge of all activity in the Communications portfolio, ensure that communications plans are developed and delivered, play a key role in content production and gather feedback. Working with colleagues across the Institute, they will facilitate effective collaborations to ensure the Atlantic Fellows community’s contribution to equity impact grows.
Role responsibilities;
Key Responsibilities
Coordinator for Communications Team
● Organise and maintain information sources to support comms content and roll-out planning and delivery, including Asana calendars and spreadsheets.
● Organise, facilitate and record action points for team meetings, ensuing follow-through of agreed activity and tacking of carried-over agenda points
● Manage the team’s shared inbox, triaging and prioritising requests for support, working closely with all members of the Communications Team to ensure awareness of workloads and facilitating timely completion of priority projects
Please see the job description for more responsibilities
Content production and promotion
● Support the production and posting of content, and monitoring platforms for engagement, comments and messages. Contribute to content planning, and create ad-hoc posts for the Institute.
● Community newsletters, and other promotional email pieces: collation and curation of content, creating draft pieces for sign-off, ensuring mailing lists are up to date, and distributing to an agreed calendar.
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Other
● Support colleagues to facilitate meetings and events with existing and prospective partners, drafting briefings, and preparing slide decks where Institute staff are speakers.
● Manage databases of contacts and suppliers, logging interactions on Salesforce.
● Monitor stock levels of branded materials and reorder or retrieve from storage as required to support colleagues across the Institute. Source new products when needed.
Person Specification
Essential
● Experience in a communications or marketing role, having worked on content development and promotion of some sort, in either a professional or volunteer capacity
● Experience of working collaboratively across teams, with the ability to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
● A strong attention to detail, along with being proactive, reliable, and accurate.
Desirable
● Basic video editing skills are desirable but not essential.
● Knowledge of data privacy regulations.
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Personal Attributes and Qualities
● A self-starter with a positive and professional approach.
● Confident and professional manner in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
● Team player with a positive approach to new challenges, proven ability to learn quickly, and ability to adapt efficiently to changing situations.
● Use your skills, experience and knowledge to attract and inspire others; bringing people together in a community
● Show courage, resilience and creativity in approaching problems and decisions
● Take responsibility and act with integrity based on strong self-awareness and continuous reflection
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About us
The Atlantic Institute is a partnership programme of the Rhodes Trust and was established in 2016 with the support of The Atlantic Philanthropies. The Atlantic Institute is part of an ecosystem of Atlantic Fellows Programs which was established with a shared mission: to empower catalytic communities of emerging leaders to advance fairer, healthier, more equitable societies.We do this by providing Atlantic Fellows and Atlantic Fellows Program staff with the networks, architecture and resources to connect, learn and act to address the underlying systemic causes of inequity – locally and globally.
Benefits of working with us
• 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Generous family leave schemes
• Private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal development opportunities
• Additional benefits, such as free access to the University's gardens, parks, libraries and museums, and University staff discounts in shops across Oxford.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme
If you would like to find out more, please click ‘apply’ to view the full job description and to find the link to apply. Please send us your CV and a covering letter. Please note, this advert will close on 9 October 2026. Interviews are likely to take place w/c 19 October 2026.
If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email the Recruitment team.
The Rhodes Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We warmly welcome applications from talented people of diverse backgrounds and appoint without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, parental status, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion or belief.
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